William Slough USS Houston Letters

"Crossing the Line" certificate for W. M. Slough on the U.S.S. Houston initiating him into the "Solemn Mysteries of the Ancient Order of the Deep". The document is signed "Neptunus Rex." "Crossing the Line" serves as an...

Handwritten letter from Red Burke to O. E. Baer, step-father of William "Tex" M. Slough, thanking him for a previous letter. He explains that they have not been able to receive or send mail in the past month, but that now that...

Handwritten letter from Bill to 1/2 and 1/2's (his mother , Dorothy Wagner Slough and his step-father, O. E. Baer) in which he writes that he is on the Heavy Crusier Houston and has been busy. He details the ship's plans for...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Ma and Pa (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough and his step-father, O. E. Baer) where he talks about the ship's plans for the following weeks. He also talks about the drills they have been doing.

Handwritten letter from Bill to his most adorable mother and a swell old dad (his mother , Dorothy Wagner Slough and his step-father, O. E. Baer) in which he details the ship's plans for the coming weeks. He also describes a...

Handwritten letter from Bill to mom and pop (his mother , Dorothy Wagner Slough and his step-father, O. E. Baer) in which he writes about the drills the ship has been doing. He also talks about being on a baseball team.

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes that they've been in dry dock, so they are extra busy and tired. He explains he only has five days for Christmas, so he won't get a...

Typed letter from Willyam (Tex) Nuts and Bolts (William M. Slough) to Mother of Mine (Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes that he passed his promotion exam. He also says that his ship will be in Houston in August.

Handwritten letter form Bill to Moms (his mother Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he asks to borrow money to visit Bob Ingersoll's family after discovering that he is related. He also discusses the possibility of going out on a...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes about his activities during seamanship week. He relates that he's been made Mr. Wood's orderly and a squad leader. He then relates his...

Typed letter from Bill to Moms and Pops (his mother , Dorothy Wagner Slough and his step-father, O. E. Baer) in which he writes that it may be a while until he can send another letter and that he won't be able to take leave...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes about his job in the dispensary and the ship's future plans. He also gives updates about his physical condition and letter writing.

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he recounts the busy events of captain's inspection week and Decoration Day. He also writes about playing catcher in a championship series of...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes about his desire to volunteer to work all the extra time that he can. He also relates that he injured his shoulder boxing, and the...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes about his desire to volunteer for special work in order to earn honor man of their company. He also relates his experience as barracks...

Typed letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he writes that he turned down an offer to serve duty in Dallas. He talks about how important it is to him to make the next payrate. He also says that...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he updates her on his condition and his daily schedule. He writes his thoughts about two officers, Mr. Woods and Mr. Stork. He also writes about...

Handwritten letter from Bill to Moms (his mother, Dorothy Wagner Slough) in which he details his experiences at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He picked up a few trinkets for those at home while on shore leave. He also writes about the...

Handwritten letter from (Tex) Bill to his brother Bud (Martin A. Slough) in which he explains that it's been inspection week and they've been very busy. He relates that his unit is replacing Co. 13, because they have been...

Subpeona for W. M. Slough for a "Crossing the Line" ceremony. "Crossing the Line" serves as an initiation rite celebrating sailors' first crossing of the equator and typically features costumed revelry.